For years, the dental industry has been advocating implants as the preferable tooth restoration option in most circumstances. But many dental insurance companies don’t cover implants. The dental insurance industry seems to be stuck in 1970. For example, many insurers will cover dental bridges. Clearly, dental insurers rarely make coverage decisions based on what is…
Dental Procedures
What is a Sinus Lift? How Is It Used With Dental Implants?
Sinus Lift: What is It? A sinus lift is a procedure used to augment bone in the upper jaw. This is the area directly below the sinus cavity. The procedure is also called sinus augmentation or sinus elevation. Many individuals are missing one or two of their upper back molars. When a tooth is extracted,…
Dental Questions? Your General Dentist in North Penn has Answers.
Hello! Welcome to the dental Drs. Kevin Bass and Lawrence Black. Our dental practice, Black & Bass Cosmetic and Family Dentistry, has been serving the Lansdale area since 1989. If you have questions about oral health, cosmetic dentistry, preventative dentistry, dental sealants, tooth implants, oral sedation, in-office teeth whitening, or invisible braces, come see your…
Seal Your Teeth in Lansdale PA
Regular brushing and flossing are essential for optimal oral health. However, Black & Bass Cosmetic and Family Dentistry in Lansdale reminds you that the bristles of your toothbrush can’t reach into every small groove and depression in your teeth, especially the really bumpy back teeth. That’s where dental sealants can be invaluable. Sealants are a…
The Top Ten Reasons To Consider Porcelain Veneers
Categories: Dental Procedures
A veneer is a thin layer of dental ceramic tooth-colored restorative material, usually made of porcelain, which replaces some of the tooth’s enamel and is physically bonded to it. You might want to consider porcelain veneers: If your teeth are severely discolored. (For best results we may recommend that your teeth be whitened before veneering…
Keeping Dental Patients Comfortable In Lansdale
Categories: Dental Procedures
Nobody enjoys pain. Your Lansdale dentist knows this, and that is why the calm and patient-centered dental team at Black & Bass Cosmetic and Family Dentistry have made patient comfort a top priority. In conjunction with creating a relaxing environment, your dentist has various medications that can reduce and even eliminate pain associated with different dental…
Immediate Dentures Bridge the Gap Between Tooth Loss and Restoration
Categories: Dental Procedures
Losing all of your teeth can be both physically and emotionally traumatic. Patients in this condition may need a period of transition from this loss to their permanent restoration. That’s the purpose of “immediate” dentures.
An imme…
Immediate Implants can Reduce Treatment Steps and Time
Categories: Dental Procedures
Dental implants provide a number of advantages as a tooth replacement system, like durability and imperviousness to decay or gum disease. Bone naturally grows and attaches to the titanium posts, strengthening the attachment over time, and they don&rsq…
Gold or Porcelain Crowns? The Factors to Consider
Categories: Dental Procedures
Gold is more than a financial commodity or a symbol of wealth — it’s one of the best materials for restoring damaged tooth crowns, the visible portion above the gum line. It’s extremely durable and can last for several decades if pro…
Root Planing Removes Dangerous Plaque and Tartar Your Tooth Brush Can’t
Categories: Dental Procedures
While periodontal disease can take on a variety of forms, most are caused by a thin layer of bacterial plaque called biofilm. This layer of plaque will form every 8-12 hours and sticks like glue to your teeth near the gum line. With time, tartar forma…
